MDR - 6/24/17

[Stuck20]

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

I think the short bites might actually be fish hitting the blade itself on occasion. I have the same problem with Warblades and spinner baits too. Downsizing the trailer helps the hook up ratio though, so I don't know..

That was my theory, too. I talked to the owner at Jig Stop and he said using the smaller underspins helps a bit. Recommended the 3/8 oz. Coolbaits (I was using a 5/8 oz.) so I'll give it a try next time.

[goldenglory18]

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

I think the short bites might actually be fish hitting the blade itself on occasion. I have the same problem with Warblades and spinner baits too. Downsizing the trailer helps the hook up ratio though, so I don't know..

Originally Posted by Stuck20

That was my theory, too. I talked to the owner at Jig Stop and he said using the smaller underspins helps a bit. Recommended the 3/8 oz. Coolbaits (I was using a 5/8 oz.) so I'll give it a try next time.

One of the main reasons I havent bought into the Warblade is because of this exact idea.

The fish more than likely are going to attack the blade. If the blade is in parallel with the hook/meat of the lure, then your hookup ratio will be better. If the blade is BEHIND the hook, then you can imagine what that will do to your numbers. That's also why I think having a shorter trailer helps as well.....

[Amish Ed]

Originally Posted by goldenglory18

One of the main reasons I havent bought into the Warblade is because of this exact idea.

The fish more than likely are going to attack the blade. If the blade is in parallel with the hook/meat of the lure, then your hookup ratio will be better. If the blade is BEHIND the hook, then you can imagine what that will do to your numbers. That's also why I think having a shorter trailer helps as well.....

Yeah, but when they want the warblade, they hit it good. I've had some excellent days with them.